This was an intense book - a harsh description of the French before and during the German occupation. Following the various families and their trials - it was difficult to warm to some of the characters, the bourgeoisies do not come out of this book well. Not an easy read, but worth it. Most felt that the end of the book showed it's 'unfinishedness' the fact that the author had not had time to complete it properly. The story behind of the author and her death in a concentration camp - the book lying and being carted around the world for the next 60 years, was almost more interesting than the book it's self.
Words used to describe it: visual, lyrical, insiders view, 'indictment of French manners' evening standard 9/2010. Marks out of 10 between 7 & 9 so very high for a book club book.
Next Book
A Most Wanted Man by John le Carre
Next Meeting
Tuesday 21th September
at
Nikki Clinton's new house
12 Hartismere Road, SW6
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